Tiemen Pass
» Korla, Xin Jiang

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Tiemen Pass, only 8 kilometers (5 miles) north of Korla, lies at the mouth of a 14 kilometer (9 mile) long precipitous gorge. As one of the 26 famous passes, it had strategic importance and was the throat of the ancient Silk Road and the traffic junction between northern Xinjiang and southern Xinjiang.

The origin of the name

It was called Tiemen Pass (also called Iron Pass or Iron Gate Pass) because it was situated on a strategic point and difficult to access. It is listed as one of the 26 famous Passes. Tiemen was at the throat of the Silk Road and the traffic junction between northern Xinjiang and southern Xinjiang.

What to explore

You are recommended to visit the Tiemen Pass as part of an adventurous section of the ancient and mysterious Silk Road.

Traces of military

Nearby, there are still traces of an ancient barracks and military activities. You can imagine the fierce scene of martial activities and are stimulated by once high spirits.

Character engraved on the cliff

Four Chinese characters are inscribed on the cliff beside the pass. The characters describe the steepness of the pass.

Graves with moving love story

Nearby there are two graves in which a couple that died for love and freedom was buried. Tzuohla, Princess of the ancient Yanqi .The viperous premier tried to kill Tayir. While trying to escape, the couple fell down the gorge. The tour guide here may tell you the affecting love story about them.

Attractions around » Korla, Xin Jiang

Natural Scene

Natural Scene

Historical Site

Historical Site

Cultural Site

Cultural Site

Historical Relic

Historical Relic

  Weather

  1. What about climate in Xinjiang?
  2. What is the best season to visit the Silk Road?

  Food

  1. Can you introduce something about Xinjiang Cuisine?
  2. Can I eat much fruit in Xinjiang?

  Shopping

  1. Can I pay by credit card in the attractions of Xinjiang?

  Other Hints

  1. What is Xinjiang Time?
  2. What taboos need we pay attention to in Xinjiang?
  3. What do we prepare for the long tours?

  • What about climate in Xinjiang?

    Situated deep in the interior of Asia and not penetrated by the air currents from the oceans, the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has conspicuous continental climate, with highly changeable temperature, great difference in temperature between day and night, abundant sunshine, intense evaporation and little precipitation.

    The mean annual temperature of Xinjiang is 11.7 C - the hottest month, July, averaging about 25 C and the coldest month, January, -20 C in the north and -10 C in the south - and a mean annual precipitation of 150 mm.


  • What is the best season to visit the Silk Road?

    The months of May and October are the best time to travel Xinjiang. The summer can be searingly hot. The winter is freezing. The scenery is most beautiful during May. The accumulated winter snow on the tableland is melting. The grass is turning green. Visitors can enjoy this enchanting scenery without suffering extreme temperatures.


  • Can you introduce something about Xinjiang Cuisine?

    Xinjiang Cuisine can be called as one main style of cooking absolutely. Muslim food is the main stream of Xinjiang Cuisine, beef and mutton is the main meat of Xinjiang people. Xinjiang dishes with salt and spicy flavor are bold in style.


  • Can I eat much fruits in Xinjiang?

    Xinjiang has the reputation of "Home of Melons and Fruits," such as grapes of Turpan, melons of Hami, apples of Aksu, bergamot pear of Korla etc., which are available in different seasons at different places. But please notice that you will get diarrhea if you drink hot tea after eating some fruits.


  • Can I pay by credit card in the attractions of Xinjiang?

    No. Most attractions are far away from the cities. For the sake of the convenience, it might be good to bring some cash money along the trip.


  • What is Xinjiang Time?

    The Beijing standard time, which is eight hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (London) and 13 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (New York), is the standard time used in China. The visitor must know though that in Xinjiang, locals often use the Xinjiang time, which is two hours behind the standard Beijing time. For example, 11:00 AM Beijing time equals 9:00 AM Xinjiang time.


  • What taboos need we pay attention to in Xinjiang?

    Xinjiang is a multiethnic region, of which the population of Uyghur is approximately one half of the whole. It is a taboo to eat pork and the flesh of animals which died of natural causes. In order not to trouble yourselves, you'd better not eat anything made of pork and talk about pig in any Muslim Restaurant.


  • What do we prepare for the long tours?

    All Xinjiang tours will last for several days, the attractions scatter here and there. So you will spend your much time in our air-conditioned coach. Besides, the landscape along the way is simplex. Please be prepared for your long Xinjiang tour. It is necessary for you to take a pair of comfortable shoes with you for you will walk a lot.


Situated on a strategic point and difficult to access, Tiemen Pass is listed as one of the 26 famous Passes. Tiemen was at the throat of the Silk Road and the traffic junction between northern Xinjiang and southern Xinjiang.

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